Symptoms

Pneumonia may cause:

Cough

Chest pain

Increased mucus production

Fever and chills

Trouble breathing

Weakness

Diagnosis

Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. Your doctor may suspect pneumonia based on your symptoms, and breath and lung sounds. Tests can confirm diagnosis and determine the specific germ causing the pneumonia.

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